Lawrence Williams Brunel University, MirandaNet, and World Ecitizens, London, UK

Working with Years 1 and 2

Pupils should be taught to:  understand what algorithms are, how they are implemented as programs on digital devices, and that programs execute by following precise and unambiguous instructions  create and debug simple programs  use logical reasoning to predict the behaviour of simple programs (Computing)  use technology purposefully to create, organise, store, manipulate and retrieve digital content (ICT)  recognise common uses of information technology beyond school  use technology safely and respectfully, keeping personal information private; identify where to go for help and support when they have concerns about content or contact on the internet or other online technologies (Digital Literacy)

Literacy: All pupils: Writing a short story in three scenes, and creating two characters (Sprites), with simple dialogue. Some pupils: Adding voice-over sound files in English, Guajarati and Hindi. Computing; Logging on to the school computer network, using a password Loading the Scratch program Loading the Paint program Using the Paint editor in Scratch to create the pupil’s own two different Sprites (or characters) Using Paint to create three Backgrounds (or scenes) Importing the Backgrounds into Scratch Using the Control blocks to start the narrative Using the Motion blocks to move the Sprites Using the Looks blocks to add dialogue Saving the work in appropriate areas of the school network Logging off properly

Teaching materials for Primary and Secondary teachers World Ecitizens To show pupils’ creative work MESH to provide pedagogy and analysis of the project Interconnected web sites